New plan to improve employment for people with disabilities
The plan aims to support nearly 4,000 individuals, with a budget of 8.2 million euros
New visual identity for the City Council
Graphic identity. The new communication signature aims to strengthen the city’s identity and the connection with citizens.
Barcelona protects 32 threatened Mexican journalists
City Council. Mexico is one of the most dangerous countries for journalists, with 150 of them murdered since the year 2000.
The Barcelona Observatory on Migration and Refuge starts life
The first report is presented from the Barcelona Observatory on Migration and Refuge, a body which must analyse the impact of diversity in the city and help design more effective policies.
Nearly nine million euros for projects in cooperation and education for global justice
Global justice. Provisional resolution for the 2025 call published in the BOPB.
The suicide prevention number handles around 25,000 calls in the last five years
Health. The number is 900 925 555, operating around the clock, every day of the year.
Gaza and the cities of Palestine become Barcelona’s District 11
City Council. Humanitarian aid contributions to UNRWA will be doubled.
Alert stage activated for hot and muggy nights
Safety and prevention. It is important to drink water often, stay in the coolest rooms and use fans or air-conditioning.
Daytime heat alert and torrid night emergency deactivated
Safety and prevention. In recent days, municipal services have stepped up the provision of information and support to cope with high temperatures.
Over 15,000 households supported by energy advice points in 2024
Energy Advice Points. These centres conduct both a social and environmental function by defending energy rights and helping to cut household costs.
